Plums are a small delicious, fleshy and succulent fruit of the Rosaceae family like its relatives the nectarine and peach. They tend to have a sweet and tart taste, with a pleasant fruity aroma. Plums can be eaten as is or used in a variety of recipes, including plum wine, pickled plums and plum jam. Dried plums are often used in baked goods including muffins and cakes. Plums ... Continue Reading
Dried Plums Help Build Strong Bones
Next time you pass a package of prunes, think strong skeleton, not just constipation fixer. Then grab them with your finger bones and toss them in your cart. Snacking on a few of these little nuggets daily could help keep your bones sturdy and shatter-proof. Why? Prunes (also known as dried plums) are filled with compounds called polyphenols that rebalance your bone-building ... Continue Reading